Show Employees How to Connect the Dots

When we hire a new employee we tell them what the job entails, how we want the job done, their responsibilities, etc.  Many companies go through a complete list of what to do on the first day (or week) of employment that can include everything from going over benefits and the employee manual to meeting with the executives.

One thing we believe is often missed during this important introductory period is making sure that the employee has a good foundation on why their job is important and how to connect the dots from their position to other jobs in the company.

Every one of the 3200 sailors onboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush knows the importance of their function and how it can affect the performance of the world’s largest aircraft carrier.  They know why their job matters and how it contributes to the total function of the ship.  This importance is drilled into them from the first day on board.  Their motivation and pride in being part of the best drives their effectiveness.

During their introduction, let your employees understand what parts of the company they can readily see and the ones they can’t and then connect the dots for them. When they see how their work fits into the bigger picture, like the sailors, they will be more motivated and effective.  In addition, once they truly understand how their job contributes they are more likely to take initiative, solve more problems and add more value.

Let them know what’s behind the next wall, or in the next building, or in another building

across town, or across the country.  Take time to let them know how the company values and how important they are to society.  This can have a big impact on profit, makes a difference not only to morale but to creative thinking and innovation.

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